Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies 2nd edition

Crohn's and Colitis for Dummies, Second Edition, is the ultimate reference for those with the disease, as well as their family members and caretakers. The book will help readers actively recognize symptoms and will explain the diagnostic procedures doctors use to identify the disease. Crohn's and Colitis for Dummies, Second Edition, will teach readers how to help control their disease by changing their diet/lifestyle, outlines the treatment options, including medicine and surgery, and describes the risks and benefits of each. Full of helpful tips, Crohn's and Colitis for Dummies, Second Edition, will be an invaluable resource to help readers live with, and control, the disease.


New To This Edition: Thorough discussion of how the COVID pandemic has affected Crohn's and colitis patients, including implications related to vaccination, and complementary therapies and treatment for Crohn's and colitis Covers new concepts on pathogenesis/causes of IBD Discusses newer medical therapies now available for IBD Includes the latest information on how dietary changes can help address/control IBDs